Accounts Payable Specialist

Superluminal Medicines, Inc. • Boston, MA

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About The Position

Responsible for managing and executing the company’s accounts payable functions, including, processing invoices, reconciling statements and ensuring timely payments to vendors. Essential to maintaining financial records, optimizing cash flow and building strong relationships with vendors. Gradual exposure to advanced financial functions such as accruals, reconciliation and financial reporting. Will report to the Accounting Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices, particularly in accounts payable management
• Knowledge of accounts payable workflows, tax compliance (e.g., 1099), and vendor management
• 1-3 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing or general accounting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with vendors and internal stakeholders
• Attention to detail and accuracy in processing invoices and payments
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage workload efficiently and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ERP systems and accounting software is preferred

Responsibilities

• Invoice management
• Review and verify vendor invoices for accuracy and proper authorization
• Match invoices to PO’s and resolve discrepancies
• Enter invoice data into AP system
• Reconciliation and Reporting
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Assist in month-end and year-end close by reconciling AP records
• Maintain AP aging reports and payment activity summaries
• Vendor and Internal Communication
• Be primary contact for vendor inquiries
• Collaborate with internal and external teams for purchasing and receiving
• Build and maintain good relationships with vendors and internal teams
• Compliance and Documentation
• Maintain organized and accurate records of invoices, payments, and correspondence
• Ensure compliance with company policies, financial regulations, and tax requirements (1099 reporting).
• Process Improvement
• Identify and speak up about opportunities to improve AP processes and implement best practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees